UNLV Rebels cheerleaders perform against the California Golden Bears during the second half of the second round of the 2013 NCAA tournament. / Kyle Terada, USA TODAY Sports

by USA TODAY

by USA TODAY

LAS VEGAS (AP) - UNLV sophomore forward Savon Goodman will sit out the upcoming season so he "can focus on getting his priorities in order," coach Dave Rice said.

A warrant was issued Aug. 15 for Goodman's arrest on felony charges of burglary and grand larceny and a gross misdemeanor charge of conspiracy to commit burglary stemming from a May 18 incident, according to court documents.

Rice declined to discuss specifics of the case, but said the 19-year-old Goodman has not been kicked off the Runnin' Rebels and is expected to start classes Monday.

"We are aware of the situation and are gathering more information. I will not have any specific comment until we know more," Rice told the Las Vegas Sun. "Having said that, regardless of the resolution, at the very least Savon Goodman will not play this season so he can focus on getting his priorities in order."

Goodman is scheduled to appear Friday in Las Vegas Justice Court.

The Philadelphia native averaged 9.1 minutes in 27 games last season, recording 3.6 points and 2.4 rebounds per game. He was expected to take on an expanded role this season.

Rice said he informed Goodman of his decision Thursday.

"Savon was disappointed, but he appeared to be committed to being part of the team," Rice told the Las Vegas Review-Journal. "I've always believed one of my jobs as a basketball coach is to help and support our players through tough times, but that doesn't mean that basketball has to be part of the equation."

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